19) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Mutual Funds, Etfs, Pension Plans, and Endowments Have Tightened or Eased over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 17 and 18), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| A. Possible Reasons for Tightening | 1. Deterioration in Current or Expected Financial Strength of Counterparties. | Answer Type: 2nd Most Important
Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
CTQ19A12MINR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/2012 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks quarterly survey respondent count for economic research. Provides critical sample size information for understanding statistical reliability of economic indicators.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This metric represents the total number of participants in quarterly economic surveys. It helps researchers assess the representativeness and statistical significance of collected data.
Methodology
Calculated by counting unique survey respondents in each quarterly reporting period.
Historical Context
Used by economists to validate survey-based economic research and policy analysis.
Key Facts
- Indicates survey sample size variation
- Critical for statistical validity
- Helps assess research representativeness
FAQs
Q: Why is the number of survey respondents important?
A: More respondents increase statistical reliability and reduce margin of error in economic research.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Quarterly updates provide current snapshot of survey participation levels.
Q: Can survey respondent count change significantly?
A: Yes, sample sizes can fluctuate based on research design and participant availability.
Q: What impacts survey respondent numbers?
A: Economic conditions, research complexity, and institutional outreach can affect participation rates.
Q: How do researchers ensure representative sampling?
A: By maintaining diverse respondent pools and monitoring demographic and professional representation.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents (CTQ19A12MINR), retrieved from FRED.